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Last month, we had the privilege of joining the McKinney Islamic Association (MIA) again for their Community Iftar dinner. As always, it was a heartwarming gathering that brought community together in honor of Ramadan and our interfaith fellowship. It was a wonderful opportunity to hear from MIA leadership including the president, vice president, and Imam, as well as city officials.

One highlight of the evening was the formal recognition of one of MIA's youth by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints for her outstanding community service as a part of the Interfaith Compassionate Service Council. We are thankful for the example our Muslim friends set for us during Ramadan of contemplation, prayer, scripture study, and charitable contributions.

Congratulations to the McKinney Islamic Association on a successful event, and thank you for bringing us together in such a meaningful way. ... See MoreSee Less

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Elected Government Officials across the nation were invited to tour The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints’ Welfare Facility Tour in Salt Lake City, Utah the weekend of General Conference. Representing Texas, Brother Clarence Jorif - Rockwall City Council Place 3 and his daughter were in attendance.

Elected official guests toured Welfare Square, Latter-day Saint Humanitarian Center, and the Bishops’ Central Storehouse where officials were educated about programs and initiatives in their local areas and globally.

The tour included a brief service project packing food boxes at the Bishops' Central Storehouse.

After the tours, Elected Official guests returned to Temple Square for a presentation with Marty Stephens, Director of Government, Community and Interfaith Relations.

Brother Clarence Jorif currently represents the State of Texas as the only elected official who is a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. As part of the invitation, Brother Jorif had the opportunity to meet Elder Gary E. Stevenson, Elder Gerrit W. Gong, and Elder Matthew S. Holland. ... See MoreSee Less

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Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and speakers from surrounding Catholic, Lutheran, Presbyterian, Muslim, Baptist, and Jewish congregations gathered to participate in a Ten Commandments Hike with the Scouts of America.

Traditionally, this hike includes traveling around the area to each church to learn of and witness the beauty and history of each building and faith. Due to inclement weather, this year the hike was hosted at a local Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints meetinghouse.

During this event, speakers of each faith taught about one of the Ten Commandments and educated the scouts on their church’s history and impact on the community. Thank you to all of the participants for taking time to educate the Scouts of America! ... See MoreSee Less